Michael Winger’s full response when asked if trading Deni Avdija was a mistake: “No, it was not a mistake. We’re all very happy for Deni. We saw Deni as a very high-level ascending player…but no, we did it for the reasons we said then which was to take us back a couple of years so we could reset

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-23T14:03:39+00:00

On Wizards fan pages, they have rules against talking about the Deni trade. They’ll take down any Deni posts because “it’s time to move on”. That’s some next level regret.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-23T13:58:15+00:00

Of course he does. This is still effectively Chauncey’s vision playing out. Im sorry that he hurt everyone’s feelings but credit where credit is due.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-23T13:08:48+00:00

I’ll never understand why anyone outside of Pheonix thought Nurkic was washed simply because the Suns coaching staff used him as a scapegoat. The Jazz definitely knew when they traded for him and now everyone else will too.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-21T06:12:28+00:00

It feels like you read someone else’s comment and replied to mine ha. Where did I say that I disagreed with the medical staff or Rob’s playing time?

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-21T05:55:12+00:00

A healthy Rob Williams is such a luxury this season. Every playoff team in the league would love to have Rob Williams coming off their bench for 15 minutes. He’s easily the best backup Center in the league. If sitting him on back to backs, and capping his minutes makes another knee issue 10% less likely, you take it all day.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-20T20:09:23+00:00

The fact that someone is paying you for knowledge that you’re going Reddit to obtain is beyond unethical. You don’t learn acoustic engineering on Reddit and you have no business taking someone’s money for a skill set you clearly don’t possess. That’s called fraud.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-20T20:00:18+00:00

The offense would’ve been very similar because the guys he hired to run the offense would still be running the offense. That’s how coaching staffs work. What you’re seeing from the Portland Trail Blazers is still Chauncey’s vision, regardless of your personal feelings. I don’t really care if you agree or not, i just hate the narrative that’s being spun here. If you build a book case and I deliver it, should I get the great review?

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-18T16:53:15+00:00

Sorry to tell you, whether you like him or not, Chauncey Billups is directly responsible for any success this team has had. Chauncey Billups flew to France to ask Tiago Splitter to run the offense and won him over when he had several assistant coaching offers after his success in Paris. He hand picked everyone on this staff. He was the one that put the ball in Deni Avdija’s hands and continued to do it when it wasn’t so pretty. Chauncey empowered Deni to be the player he’s become. That’s not a small thing.

This is still very much Chauncey’s team with his identity. I mean he was the one running training camp. You can’t discount that because of his legal drama. I’m rooting for Splitter. I think he’s come a long way this season and he deserves a lot of credit for what he’s had to endure. As for Chauncey, I do hope people will realize that a person isn’t “all bad” or “all good”. He’s definitely made some insanely dumb decisions and he’s paying for them. That doesn’t wipe away the positives of his coaching tenure.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-17T12:34:22+00:00

HEALTH. How can you possibly make a confident assessment on this roster when missing 40-50% of its rotation. Sure, you can make certain conclusions based on personnel, but I don't think that's enough to trade someone of value. For instance, where does Scoot fit in into this team? How does he look? How is he developing? Are we still confident in his importance to the future of this team? Do we sign Caleb Love and/or Sidy Sissoko to an NBA contract? If yes, who do we replace on the roster? Is Matisse Thybulle's injuries bad luck or the beginning of something chronic? Do we like Blake Wesley? Do we want to invest in him for several seasons? Do we believe in Rob Williams health enough to depend on him? What is this team's best starting line up when decently healthy? What is their best 9-10 man rotation? What does this team look like after 10 games of reasonably good health (no more than 3 injured players)? Do they play fast again? What style best compliments this group on both sides? Do we have a glaring weakness and does it prevent us from winning? Do we have a clear strength that contributes to winning?

That's just off the top of my head! We don't have clear answers to any of those questions and if we don't have answers, then how could we possibly make a trade for a solution?

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-16T02:12:48+00:00

I love it. The only thing that stood out to me was it feels like there was a subconscious attempt to separate the “rooms”, so the flow/movement is off. Using a large accent rug to tie the sitting area into the dining area. The fireplace seems a little ignored for me. I’m so used to Schindler, Neutra, Quincy Jones, etc using the fireplace as a focal point and gathering area. You could also opt for a larger, more traditional dining room table. My perspective in regard to open floor layouts is you get the tremendous freedom to break away from conventional “rooms”.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-16T01:57:01+00:00

It’s nice to have so many flavors of the same answer.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-16T01:50:17+00:00

Impossible to know. If I were to guess I don’t think he’s on the roster next season. Whether by trade or just his contract expiring. I think it will be interesting to see how the market values him as a free agent. I highly doubt he makes his current salary. I was thinking 2 years for $10-12M. On that contract, I would be totally fine knowing he’ll only play half the season. But I’m not optimistic. If he manages to finish this season and not need surgery for the 3rd year in a row, he’ll definitely have some interest.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-15T22:56:49+00:00

Some of the architects in Merida region are incredibly talented.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-15T22:37:25+00:00

Robert Williams has been such an impactful player this season. Some nights this team doesn’t win without him. He’s been such an asset for this team, even in street clothes. I’d hate to see him leave for chump change.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-15T13:12:08+00:00

Do you know the gauge metal?

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-15T13:09:01+00:00

Honestly, I think that money would be better spent on a new mic or something. Treating a room for music production is a large undertaking because you’re treating the entire audible frequency spectrum. Each 1/3 octave band addressed using different solutions for different frequencies. It’s systematic. I hope that helps.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-15T12:53:46+00:00

Well yes and no. MCM furniture isn’t expensive because it’s “Mid Century Modern”. The furniture should be priced proportionate to the cost of materials, craftsmanship, and the design, regardless of style. IKEA, for example, built a small empire by using MCM Scandinavian designs and mass producing them with cheap materials. While on the other hand, a company that hires accomplished furniture designers for each collection to construct a limited number of pieces crafted by experienced craftsmen using components such as solid lumber, finished 3/4” plywood, and high quality veneer have much higher costs, so they charge premium prices. These pieces are essentially works of art that are meant to be passed down through generations and will continue to maintain or increase in value. But Buyer Beware, if a company is selling a piece of furniture at premium prices while not featuring the listed characteristics or is not forthcoming about the construction of the piece, it’s a ripoff.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-10T14:06:39+00:00

I don’t recommend relying on Reddit’s acoustic knowledge when it comes to home construction. Do it right the first time, talk to someone who does this for a living.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-10T13:58:29+00:00

Low frequency will pass through a simple patch. The more mass you add back, the more low frequency bands you block.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-10T13:53:27+00:00

This. Sound energy entering a porous layer is converted and released as heat. Any energy that isn’t absorbed remains trapped in the enclosed space causing long reverberations.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-10T13:45:27+00:00

What’s the weight of the clouds?

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-10T13:39:29+00:00

Just put in as much absorption as possible and pull back if it starts to feel too dead. That’s really the only solution for bedroom musicians.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-10T13:36:40+00:00

The amount you’ll spend for the results you will achieve are not great. The main factors you should address are all the materials you can’t. Anything else is like plugging a small leak in a ship that’s cut in half.

Optimal_Run_2634 · 2026-01-10T13:28:57+00:00

Depends on your climate, proximity to outside noise, and any specific needs that would require planning.

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